May 24th - June 1st (please refrain from booking appointments during this window)

THREE LITLE PIGS

What an exciting day! Today we spent the day exploring and discovering all things STEM Science/Technology/Engineering/Math)! The Panthers
were given the challenge of making a Wolf Free Island to save all the
piggies of the world from the BIG BAD WOLF! Our Kindergartens built the
lookout towers, the Grades 1s and 2s built many homes for the piggies
(that could withstand many huffs and puffs), the Grade 3s built
drawbridges (to allow the piggies to cross the water, but to ensure that
the wolf couldn't cross too), the Grade 4s and some Grade 5s built
pulley systems to allow for food transport to the piggies, the Grade 5s
built homes that could withstand extreme weather (because you have to be
prepared for everything) and the Grade 6s built an alarm that would
sound should the wolf try and cross the water!

In the afternoon we all came together to share our discoveries, the challenges we faced and how we persevered through it all! The great news is ...the PIGGIES ARE SAFE and have no fear of the Big Bad Wolf anymore...

Way to go Panthers!

KATTAM ET SES TAMTAMS

On Wednesday we were treated to an exhilarating,
interactive musical performance called Kattam et ses Tamtams. This
bilingual performance engaged all students from Grades 1-6 while
introducing them to various dances and percussive and modal instruments
like the jambes, doumbeks and the zurna. A great time was had by all!

A huge thank you to the Parent Council for supporting this performance!

SCHOOL POOL UPDATE

We want to thank all the parents for their unwavering
support regarding the Brown School Pool. Parent Council is working very
closely with school administration, the TDSB and the City on this very
important issue. As soon as more information become available we will
let you know.

PATHWAYS IN THE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL SYSTEM

In June 2016, the Board approved the following motion regarding Pathways in theAlternative School System;

Whereas,
the Alternative Schools Advisory Committee established since the early
1990s has thrived within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) providing
invaluable programming at the elementary, middle and secondary school
level; and

Whereas, ongoing support that adds depth to
programming, an expansion of resources including personnel and
infrastructure is much needed to support the demand for these schools
across the GTA; and

Whereas, the following is in keeping with the vision and mandate of the TDSB byaddressing
and providing avenues to serve students and families that need access
coming from diverse segments of the population in all parts of the city;
and

Whereas, current barriers include the lack of robust pathways from middle schoolto secondary school, limitations based on entry requirements, geography, lotteryand such; and

Whereas, at the present time several Alternative programs and schools within theTDSB are facing wait lists with families and children being subjected to randomselection through lottery; and

Whereas, there might be an opportunity to build capacity through formal andinformal training of administrative staff with an emphasis on expanding access andpathways to students and families that could benefit the most;

Therefore, be it resolved:

That the Director:

(i)
research and plan in consultation with appropriate stakeholders
including ASAC to find ways to minimize and remove barriers to access by
creating pathways in the alternative school system within the TDSB.
That is, the creation of additional seamless path from K-12 in the
alternative system that includes the elementary, middle school and
secondary school levels;

(ii) proactively explore the
expansion and variety of alternative programs and schools including
staffing (teaching, support and administration) to support enrollment
demands and interest from the community through active consultation and
review with ASAC on an ongoing basis;

(iii) plan in
partnership with ASAC for future growth through research, development in
teaching, learning and professional development at all levels of
management within the system. That is, Executive and all levels of
management (Principals, Superintendents and others);

(iv)
present a report on (i) to (iii) above to the Program and School
Services Committee, for action and completion within school year
2016-17.

As such, a review is underway and the following public consultation meetings havebeen scheduled;

Grab
your friends, bring your skates and come out for a fun night of skating
in the neighbourhood. Hot chocolate and treats will be provided! This
is a free event and everyone is welcome!

BROWN SCHOOL TEAM UNIFORMS

We have recently purchased 200 new team uniforms for the Cross Country, Baseball, Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, Frisbee, Soccer and Track teams. The new performance shirts were funded by Brown School Parent Council.
The Parent Council raises the money to provide these services through
various fundraising initiatives throughout the year. We thank all Brown
School parents for their time and generous donations!

ATLANTIS SWIM SCHOOL

Atlantis Swim School runs swim programs at our own Brown School Pool.

What is Atlantis Swim?

From bubbles to butterfly, we
teach children 4 months and up how to safely swim in small, fun, and
dynamic classes, and evaluate them using the criteria put forth from the
Red Cross swimming program. Since 1986, our classes have taught
children the essentials of swimming, how to stay safe in and around
water, advanced techniques for competing or eventual life guarding, and
everything in between.

Atlantis and Pedalheads is hosting a Free Swim every Saturday from 11:00am to 1:00pm
for children of any age! Parents are welcome to enjoy the free swim
with their child as well. We will have life guards and highly qualified
instructors on site during the free swim as well. Come out and enjoy a
free swim on us!

CROSSING GUARDS

Calling all Grandparents, Retirees, or anyone interested!

Toronto Police Service School Crossing Guard Association is looking to hire school crossing guards!

If
you know grandparents and/or retirees in the neighborhood who are
interested in helping out and getting some fresh air throughout the
school day, please have them contact: